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Lester S. Van Deursen

Lester S. Van Deursen

May 3, 2021

Lester S. Van Deursen, age 95, of South Holland, IL, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 3, 2021.  Beloved husband of Shirley Van Deursen, nee De Young.  On May 6, Les and Shirley would have celebrated 72 years of marriage.  Loving father of Donald (Noreen) Van Deursen and the late Leanne (Dominic) Milano.  Cherished grandfather of Jodi Bult, Christopher...

Ronald C. Mccormick Sr.

Ronald C. Mccormick Sr.

May 2, 2021

Ronald C. McCormick Sr., age 87, of Crete, IL, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 2, 2021.  Loving father of Rhonda (Joseph) Shambo and Ronald C. (Cindy Prostko) McCormick Jr.  Cherished grandfather of four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.  Dear brother of Robert McCormick.  Preceded in death by one grandson and by his parents, Clovis and Virginia McCormick.  Ronald was...

Jerry E. Gerardi

Jerry E. Gerardi

May 2, 2021

Jerry (Gerald) E. Gerardi, 68, of Chicago Heights, IL, passed away on Sunday, May 2, 2021.  Jerry was born on May 22, 1952 in Chicago Heights, IL.  Loving son, brother, uncle and friend.  He is preceded in death by his brother, Gary; and his parents, Eugene “Jake” and Maryanne Gerardi.  Jerry attended Bloom High School and Prairie State College. ...

Edmond E. Parker

Edmond E. Parker

May 1, 2021

Edmond Earl Parker, age 81, of Sauk Village, IL, passed away on Saturday, May 1, 2021.  Beloved husband of Heidrun Parker, nee Senger.  Loving father of Crystal (Stacy Berry) Parker.  Preceded in death by his siblings; Elmo, Alfred, Rosenell, Devidia, and ReEsther, and by his parents; Martin and Tinnie Parker.  Edmond was a proud U.S. Air Force veteran.  He...

Lois May Conover

Lois May Conover

May 1, 2021

Lois May Conover, nee Flaugh, 84 years old, was reunited with the love of her life, William John Conover on May 1, 2021.  Her beloved husband William Conover died January 29th of this year.  They spent more than 65 years together.  She was born in Union City, PA on April 21, 1937 and lived in Wattsburg, PA, Tonawanda, NY,...

Judith F. Bantz

Judith F. Bantz

Apr 30, 2021

Judith “Judy” F. Bantz, nee Hybarger, age 85, of Lansing, IL passed away peacefully in Peoria, Arizona on Friday, April 30, 2021.  Beloved wife of the late Robert Bantz.  Loving mother of Debbie Bantz and Laurie (Tim) Vanderbilt.  Devoted grandmother of  Nick Vanderbilt.  Dear sister of Norma Anderson.  Kind aunt of many nephews and nieces.  Preceded in death by...

Bernard Boersema

Bernard Boersema

Apr 28, 2021

Bernard “Ben” Boersema , age 87, of Lansing, IL, passed away Wednesday, April 28, 2021. Beloved husband of the late Lois Boersema, nee Van Proyen. Loving father of Patricia (Nathan) Martin, Sandra (Rob) DeVries, Linda (Bob) Fox and the late Edward Boersema.  Proud grandfather of Andrew (Kayla) Martin, Adam (Rachel) Martin, Hannah (Mike) Togtman, Samantha...

Maria N Urquijo De Arteaga

Maria N Urquijo De Arteaga

Apr 27, 2021

Maria N Urquijo de Arteaga, 79 años, residente en Schererville, Indiana, descansó en la paz del Señor el día martes 27 de abril del 2021.  Esposa amorosa de Senén Arteaga.  Y devota madre de Patricia, Gloria, Ricardo y su hija fallecida Martha Arteaga.  Orgullosa abuela de seis nietos. Velación el dia Jueves 29 de abril del 2021 a las...

Harry F. Boskamp, Jr.

Harry F. Boskamp, Jr.

Apr 25, 2021

Harry F. Boskamp Jr., age 57, of Merrillville, IN, passed away Sunday, April 25, 2021.  Beloved husband of Kathleen Boskamp, nee Faber. Loving father of Harry “Buddy” (Kristen) Boskamp, Jaclyn (Michael) Richardson, and Douglas Boskamp. Proud Opa of Melody and Catherine Richardson. Dear brother of Grace (Jeffrey) Grandchamp and the late Hendrick “Hank” Boskamp.  Preceded in death by his...

Marylin J. Hoecker

Marylin J. Hoecker

Apr 25, 2021

Marylin Hoecker, a strong and joyful woman, 82, longtime resident of South Chicago Heights, passed away at home in hospice care.  She was predeceased by her parents, August and Florence Hoecker.  A teacher and an administrator in Crete district 201-U, Marylin earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a master’s degree in school administration from DePaul University.  She also...

Shirley J. Van Ramshorst

Shirley J. Van Ramshorst

Apr 24, 2021

Shirley J. Van Ramshorst, nee Wetmore, age 81, of Dyer, IN formerly of Lansing, IL went home to be with her Lord on Saturday, April 24, 2021 surrounded by her loving family.  Shirley was the beloved wife of the late John S. "Jack" Van Ramshorst for 53 years.  Loving mother of  Bob (Barb), Bill (Jan),  Jim (Donna) and Jeanne...

Mary M. Vann

Mary M. Vann

Apr 24, 2021

Mary M. Vann, age 51, of Park Forest, IL, passed away on Saturday, April 24, 2021.  Beloved wife of Lee Vann.  Loving mother of Amber (Donte) Hyde, Veronica Vann, Nina Vann, Melinda (Luis) Hernandez, and Cody Vann.  Cherished grandmother of 13 grandchildren.  Dear sister of Bob Molinari, Jenny (David) Clinard, and Joe (Tammy) Molinari.  Preceded in death by her...

Mary M Andrzejewski

Mary M Andrzejewski

Apr 24, 2021

Mary M. Andrzejewski nee Buchanan, age 82, of Crete, IL, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 24, 2021. Beloved mother of Elizabeth (Bill) Brennen, Diana (James) Blommaert, Debra (Ken) Rybicki,  Pamela (Doug) Kuhlmann ,Earl Franklin and Daniel Franklin. Cherished grandmother of 11 grandchildren and 15 Great grandchildren. Dear sister of Randall Buchanan, the late Bobby Buchanan, the late Willa...

Marian Miller

Marian Miller

Apr 23, 2021

Marian Miller, nee Martin, age 85, of Hazel Crest, IL passed away on Friday, April 23, 2021.  Beloved wife of the late Jemmar Miller.  Loving mother of Desi Snowden-Miller, Jerry Miller, Darren Miller, Michael Miller, and Jock Miller.  Cherished grandmother of many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  Preceded in death by her parents William and Vera Martin.  Marian was loved by...

Harold W. Scheeringa

Harold W. Scheeringa

Apr 21, 2021

Harold W. Scheeringa, age 66, of Griffith, IN, passed away peacefully Wednesday, April 21, 2021.  Beloved husband of the late Patricia “Lynn” Scheeringa, nee Thielbar.  Loving father of Stacy (Rick) Hodson and Kevin (Apryle) Scheeringa.  Devoted grandfather of Zachary, Sophya and Jasper.  Loving son of Betty and the late Lambert William “Bill” Scheeringa.  Dear brother of Donna (Dean) Hoover,...

Diane H. Burgess

Diane H. Burgess

Apr 21, 2021

Diane H. Burgess, nee Hunnicutt, age 72, of Steger, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 21, 2021.  Beloved wife of the late Jerry Burgess. Dear friend of Ronald Greve.  Loving sister of Gail (Jerry) Sullivan, Kevin (Wendy) Hunnicutt, and Karen (Shawn Peterson) Hunnicutt.  Loving daughter of the late Charles Kenneth and late Helen D. Hunnicutt.  Cherished aunt of many...

Joanne M. Gianoli

Joanne M. Gianoli

Apr 19, 2021

Joanne M. Gianoli , nee Lollock, age 64, of Lansing, IL, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Monday, April 19, 2021.  Beloved wife of John Gianoli.  Loving mother of Ryan Gianoli and Kevin (Sandra) Gianoli.  Dear sister of Debbie (Tom) Varga, Donna (Dave) Kobar, Gary Lollock, Mark Lollock, Greg (Lori) Lollock, and the...

Tiffany M. Barrientos

Tiffany M. Barrientos

Apr 18, 2021

Tiffany M. Barrientos, nee Mendoza, age 37, of Monee, Illinois, passed away peacefully after a long and hard fought battle with cancer on Sunday, April 18, 2021.  Beloved wife of Mario L. Barrientos.  Loving mother of Adriana B. and Mario V. Barrientos.  Cherished daughter of Diane (late Andres) Mendoza and daughter-in-law of Mario (Alejandra Padilla) Barrientos.  Fond grand-daughter of...

Judith Diane Johnston

Judith Diane Johnston

Apr 14, 2021

Judith Diane Johnston (Grammy), nee Palazolo, age 78, of Dyer, IN, passed away peacefully Wednesday, April 14, 2021.  Beloved wife of the late Danny Owen Johnston.  Loving mother of Debbie Jureczko and Michael (Dana) Johnston.  Loving grandmother of Sydney and Meghan Jureczko, Nicole, Ryan, and Evan Johnston.  Preceded in death by her parents Jasper and Minnie Palazolo.  She was...

Ausilia R. Stern

Ausilia R. Stern

Apr 14, 2021

Ausilia R. Stern, nee Damiani, age 85, of South Holland, IL, passed away peacefully Wednesday, April 14, 2021.  Beloved wife of the late Arthur L. Stern Sr.  Loving mother of Rita (Jim) Kern, Arthur (Mary) Stern Jr., Jeff (Karen) Stern, and Theresa (Joe) DeFalco.  Loving grandmother of seven grandchildren.  Dear sister of Ada Damiani, Louise (John) Hemmerling, and Louie...

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